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If you dealing with a cancer biopsy or diagnosis for yourself or a loved one, your head is probably spinning. Believe me, as a two-time ovarian cancer survivor, I understand. This blog covers topics related to the overall cancer journey as well as questions about specific cancers. You may want to start at the beginning… with these two posts.
I (or someone I love) just got diagnosed and have no idea where to begin…
What does The No Bull**** Guide to Dealing with Cancer and this website have to offer me?
Can Ovarian Cancer Cause a Constipation or Diarrhea?
Changes in bowel function such as persistent or progressive constipation or diarrhea can be signs of ovarian cancer. While it’s not easy to talk about, and is easy to assume is due to other factors like IBS or digestive sensitivities, these can also be signs of ovarian cancer. If your bowel function has changed it’s important you see your OB/GYN to make sure the cause is not gynecologic in nature. Ovarian cancer is called the “silent killer” because its symptoms are hard to spot and it’s often caught late, when it’s harder to win the battle. Early detection is key, so get anything that’s happening in your abdomen or pelvis checked by an OB/GYN, even if it seem to be related to something else like digestion.